Vienna to Erect Memorial for Roma and Sinti Victims of National Socialism

Vienna is taking a significant step to acknowledge and commemorate the Roma and Sinti victims of the National Socialist regime. The decision to erect a memorial in Weghuberpark, situated before the Ministry of Justice, underscores the city's commitment to confronting its past.

The unanimous support from the Roma ethnic group's advisory council and associated organizations highlights the importance of this initiative for the community. It signifies a collective effort to ensure that the suffering and loss endured by Roma and Sinti during that dark period are never forgotten.

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The planned memorial for the victims of National Socialism from the ranks of the Roma and Sinti will be erected in Weghuberpark in front of the Ministry of Justice in the seventh district of Vienna.

This memorial is more than just a physical structure; it is a testament to Vienna's evolving culture of remembrance. By placing it in such a prominent location, the city sends a powerful message about inclusivity and the recognition of all victims of Nazi persecution. It serves as a constant reminder of the atrocities committed and the need for vigilance against intolerance and discrimination.

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The ethnic group council of the Roma as well as associations of the ethnic group unanimously agreed on this location.